Adam Murimuth's Continuation and Robert of Avesbury’s 'The Wonderful Deeds of King Edward III'
This volume brings together two of the most important contemporary chronicles for the reign of Edward III and the opening phases of the Hundred Years’ War. Written in Latin by English clerical observers, these texts provide a vivid and authoritative window into the political, diplomatic, and military history of fourteenth-century England and its continental ambitions. Adam Murimuth Continuatio's Chronicarum continues an earlier chronicle into the mid-fourteenth century, offering concise but valuable notices on royal policy, foreign relations, and ecclesiastical affairs. Its annalistic structure makes it especially useful for establishing chronology and tracing the development of events year by year. Complementing it, Robert of Avesbury’s De gestis mirabilibus regis Edwardi tertii is a rich documentary chronicle preserving letters, treaties, and official records alongside narrative passages. It is an indispensable source for understanding Edward III’s claim to the French crown, the conduct of war, and the mechanisms of medieval diplomacy. Together, these works offer scholars, students, and enthusiasts a reliable and unembellished account of a transformative period in English and European history. Essential for anyone interested in medieval chronicles, the Hundred Years’ War, or the reign of Edward III.
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Paternal Family Tree: Crispe
On 30th April 1674 [his father] Nicholas Crispe 2nd Baronet (age 31) and [his mother] Judith Adrian Lady Crispe were married. She by marriage Lady Crispe of Hammersmith in Middlesex.
Around 1680 Charles Crispe 5th Baronet was born to [his father] Nicholas Crispe 2nd Baronet (age 37) and [his mother] Judith Adrian Lady Crispe.
In November 1698 [his father] Nicholas Crispe 2nd Baronet (age 55) died. He was buried at St Mildred's Church, Bread Street. His son [his brother] John (age 22) succeeded 3rd Baronet Crispe of Hammersmith in Middlesex.
Between 8th February 1699, the date of her will, and 2nd May 1700, the date her will was proved, [his mother] Judith Adrian Lady Crispe died. She was buried with her husband at St Mildred's Church, Bread Street.
In 1715 Charles Crispe 5th Baronet (age 35) was appointed High Sheriff of Oxfordshire.
Before 2nd June 1718 Charles Crispe 5th Baronet (age 38) and Anne Crispe (age 33) were married. They were half first cousin once removed.
On 2nd June 1718 [his wife] Anne Crispe (age 33) died.
On 27th October 1721 Charles Crispe 5th Baronet (age 41) was elected MP New Woodstock at a by-election which seat he held until 1722.
On 1st June 1730 Nicholas Crispe 4th Baronet (age 12) died unmarried. His uncle Charles (age 50) succeeded 5th Baronet Crispe of Hammersmith in Middlesex.
On 9th July 1740 Charles Crispe 5th Baronet (age 60) died. Baronet Crispe of Hammersmith in Middlesex extinct. His estates were inherited by
Great x 3 Grandfather: Thomas Crispe
Great x 2 Grandfather: Ellis Crispe
Great x 3 Grandmother: Elizabeth Steward
Great x 1 Grandfather: Nicholas Crispe 1st Baronet
Great x 3 Grandfather: John Ireland of Nottinghamshire 
Great x 2 Grandmother: Hester Ireland
GrandFather: Ellis Crispe
Father: Nicholas Crispe 2nd Baronet
Great x 1 Grandfather: George Strode of Squeries, Westerham, Kent 
GrandMother: Anne Strode
Great x 4 Grandfather: Thomas Crispe
Great x 3 Grandfather: Ellis Crispe
Great x 4 Grandmother: Elizabeth Steward
Great x 2 Grandfather: Nicholas Crispe 1st Baronet
Great x 4 Grandfather: John Ireland of Nottinghamshire
Great x 3 Grandmother: Hester Ireland
Great x 1 Grandmother: Rebecca Crispe
GrandFather: John Adrian of London
Mother: Judith Adrian Lady Crispe